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GF63 VLJ

2013 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

95,051 mi
Last recorded95,051 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52585,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF63 VLJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 95,051 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 88,809 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 82,856 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn/lipped and corroded on inner edge. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 75,459 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 75,298 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 69,890 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 63,440 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2020 61,292 miles

engine cover and under try fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2020 60,620 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs wearing slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs pitting slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2019 51,673 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 39,326 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 28,639 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 28,242 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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GF63 VLJ is a 2013 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 85,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF63 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF63 VLJ registered?

GF63 VLJ is a 2013 BMW 525, first registered on 19 December 2013.

Is GF63 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF63 VLJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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